Critically acclaimed Syrian watercolorist, Etab Hreib, graduated from the Graphic Arts Department of the University of Damascus. Since then, she has exhibited her work in various parts of the world. She was the recipient of the Al-Mahros Golden Award in Tunisia, a Golden Award from the Chinese Ministry of Culture, and an award from the Ministry of Culture in Algeria. Before the current war, Etab taught at the Fine Arts Department at Damascus University, gave painting courses for diabetic children, conducted workshops for the blind, and worked as a set and costume designer for Syrian theatre, film, and television drama. Etab’s background speaks to the diversity of Syria- her father was Muslim and her mother Christian. Etab’s work is immediately personal due to her own connection to the war. Her son was kidnapped and murdered by ISIS for posting a photo on Facebook that showed him drinking wine. The panels Etab has donated were inspired by the chemical weapons massacres in Ghouta, Eastern Damascus.

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We will be holding an event to support SAMS's medical relief efforts in Aleppo, Syria on Saturday, December 3rd at Davidson College. The event is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and the Davidson College Center for Civic Engagement and will include fine dining and an art exhibition. All guests will be treated to complementary Middle Eastern cuisine, thanks to our food and beverage sponsors. Please note that there is a $50 suggested donation and 100% of raised funds, both from the art auction and any donations during the event, will go directly to SAMS. Our guests will also have the opportunity to meet several Syrians recently relocated to Charlotte, NC as a result of the war, as well as hear first hand accounts from some of the dedicated physicians working on the front lines to provide primary healthcare in Syria and neighboring countries. Please join us to support the relief efforts of the biggest humanitarian crisis of our time, and explore Contemporary Syrian art as it embodies a deeper truth.
There is a limited space, so if you are interested in attending, please email Adam Morin at admorin@davidson.edu